Abstract: An electrical wire connector comprising a connector body; a spring contact having two leaf springs, with each of the leaf springs having a free end resiliently biased to engage the free end of the other leaf spring; a slide release having an approximate T-shape and further having a central axis portion capable of being slidably inserted between the resiliently biased free ends of the leaf springs; and a mateable connector cap. The slide release is manually operable to move the free ends of the spring contact between an engaged configuration and a disengaged configuration. When the free ends of the spring contact are in a disengaged configuration, a conductive wire having a stripped end may be positioned therebetween. Manual operation of the slide release moves free ends of the spring contact into an engaged configuration thereby applying a clamping force to the stripped conductive wire tip positioned therebetween.

Abstract: An artificial flower which contains an integral gift is disclosed. The integral gift enhances the value and appeal of the artificial flower, or likewise enhances the appeal of an arrangement of such artificial flowers. The invention relates to an artificial flower, or an arrangement of a plurality of such flowers, containing an adapter for holding a small gift member, and a gift member. The scope of the invention includes the artificial flower, adapter, and gift member. The gift member may be selected from a number of special, or thematic, items such as miniature beverage bottles, golf balls, cigars, gift boxes, jewelry, or any gift items.